Thanks for all of the well wishes yesterday. Co-hosting for the day was a dream come true!

 Today I had my final interview at the station. I left feeling wonderful, with the knowledge that I’ve said everything I wanted to say, been 100% me, and have no regrets.  The amount of love and support friends, family, and once.strangers.now.friends have shared with me is unquantifiable.  I am truly blessed.

Tonight I get to spend some time spreading some holiday cheer with some loved ones.

I hope you all had a lovely Thursday!  It’s almost TGIF

 

Please make sure you take some time today to send some love and thoughts to those at Virginia Tech.  It’s times like these that truly show us how precious life is.  

 

 

Shine On,

Mary

 

Hi Rhode Show World!

I had a fantastic day speaking on the radio, hosting the show and then skating with Mickey as well as Minnie. I’ll update you more tomorrow as I’ve had an extraordinarily busy day and I am completely exhausted.

But before I leave you for the evening, I want to make sure we recognize this day for the great historical significance it holds in our nations history.

As we are all aware, today is the seventieth anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Many of our parents, grand parents, and great grand parents for some, joined and served in our nations military as a result of the “date which will live in infamy.”

Aptly titled, “The Greatest Generation” by Tom Brokaw, those American men and women answered the call to arms, stood in defiance of tyranny, and carried out freedom’s triumph over anyone who challenged its existence. Our debt to them can never be repaid. We can, however, do our best to honor them with our undying respect, and ensure their stories are never forgotten.

See you tomorrow. And, as always…

Shine On

Mary

Today the Top 5 girls got together for a magical time with Mickey and Minnie at Lynch Arena. We were lucky enough to have a sneak peek of what’s to come in Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey coming to The Dunkin Donuts Center, and as if that wasn’t enough we were given a skating lesson too!! Although stopping is not my strong suit, and skating backwards wasn’t happening, I was somehow able to pull off a few fun spins without wiping out! I’m glad all of us girls got to experience this together, it not only made it more fun, but they also made it much safer for everyone since they doubled as a way to help me stop crashing into the walls (or ice)!

  The Disney on Ice girls showed us a few of their ridiculously impressive skating tricks, and then took the time to try to teach us a few of our own tricks including spinning, skating on one leg, and a few fun partner tricks! We were even given our own mouse ears!! Although our adventures are almost over we still have our Toys for Tots event at Cardi’s on Monday before the big announcement is made! So don’t go anywhere just yet, there is still more fun coming your way, and I will keep you posted as we go! Now I’m off to prepare for my exciting day of co-hosting tomorrow!!

One more sleep until I co-host The Rhode Show!

 

If you’re up bright and early – at 5:45 am to be exact – tune to Cat Country 98.1 to hear all about my exciting journey thus far!

 

I’ll be live on Fox Providence (and foxprovidence.com) from 8-9.  I can’t wait!

 

Catch ya on the flip side!

Mary

 

This week has been so great and it’s only Tuesday! Each day this week the Top 5 gals will be co-hosting The Rhode Show and my turn is Friday! Last but definitely not least Before my big debut on Friday morning I will be a busy bee. On Wednesday we have been invited to ice skate with America’s favorite couple Mickey and Minnie Mouse! They are in town for their Disney on Ice: Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey, which will be at the Dunkin Donuts Center Dec 28th-Jan1st! Every year as a kid I would go watch all of the Disney shows on ice, and some things never change. I will be watching another magical show yet again this year

 

My next stop will be bright and early Friday morning at 5:45am at Cat Country 98.1 on The Morning Show with Jess, Brian, and Amanda. I am a HUGE Country music fan, so as soon as I heard that I was going to be interviewed I was smiling from ear to ear. Cat Country 98.1 is programmed as my #1 radio station (just a bit OBSESSED) what can I say I LOVE IT!

Right after my interview it’s off to the studio to Co-host The Rhode Show. This is what I have been waiting to do since I found out I was one of the Top 5 finalists. I am beyond excited and anxious to sit alongside Danielle and Patrick on the big white couch!

Make sure to tune in on Friday morning at 8am!

Xo

Mariely

 

This was by far one of the best days EVER!! If I could re-do this day all over from start to finish I would, and I wouldn’t change One.Single.Thing.

I took some videos through out the day to share with all of you. I hope you enjoy them and thank you all for watching this morning!

Big Day Video Diary #1- Cat Country!

 

Big Day Video Diary #2- Co Hosting The Rhode Show!

Big Day Video Diary #3- Thank You, AWESOME Day!

Thank you again to the amazing staff at Cat Country and especially Jess, Brian, and Amanda for making me feel right at home! (oh and Amanda thanks for introducing me to Kenny )

And of course a HUGE Thank You to The Rhode Show. This ride has been awesome and I don’t want it to end!

So friends, tune in on Monday December 12th at 8am to see us LIVE at Cardi’s and then at 7:30pm LIVE on Fox to see who will be crowned the new Co Host for 2012!

And in case you missed it, my segment Tera Travels debuted this morning! This was a segment that I created and if I win it will be regular segment on the show!

Until Next Time, T

 

Last night I attended one of my favorite annual events, Brown University’s Annual Latin Carol Celebration.

 

 

The building was packed full of people young and old, all of whom enjoyed the carols, readings, and the very talented organist.  One of the readers was Brown’s President,  Ruth Simmons.  The halls were decked, and everyone was dressed in festive outfits.

 

 

 

Even if though I’m not particularly well versed in Latin, I gave the songs my best shot.  Luckily, they were all tunes that I was quite familiar with!

I hope you had a great start to your week as well

Shine On,

Mary

 

Happy Sunday Rhode Show World! (and happy win to the Patriots!)

I have been resting up all weekend, trying to shake this cold – and I think all of my hard work has been paying off!  Hopefully, if I keep getting better, I will be able to attend one of my favorite events of the year.   Brown University’s Classics Department will be hosting the 64th Annual Latin Carol Celebration tomorrow evening.  This popular event begins at 8:00 p.m. in the historic First Baptist Church in America, 75 North Main Street, Providence. Admission is free; street parking is available; the event lasts a little more than an hour; all are welcome.

What is the Annual Latin Carol Celebration you ask?  Here’s a little info from Brown’s website:

Every December, usually on the first Monday, the Department of Classics hosts its annual program of readings and songs in the spirit of the season, conducted entirely in Latin (with some readings in Greek and Sanskrit). (English translations of the readings will be provided for those whose spoken Latin may be a little rusty.)

Variously named, the Latin Carol Celebration has been held in several locations, but the format has remained remarkably the same. The audience sings carols in Latin, while members of the Brown University family read passages from ancient texts, some from the Bible, in the original languages or in Latin translation. Originally labeled a “Service,” more recently the term “Celebration” has been adopted, both because celebratio is more easily understood by the Latin-less and because the event was never intended primarily as a worship service.

 

I realized a few years back that very few people actually sing carols this time of year, and even though we hear them on the radio, live

community singing rarely happens.  This event is special because it is just that.  I do not know Latin, but try my best to read and sing along to the free pamphlet they pass out.  All of the tunes are very familiar me, like Deck the Halls, but instead there are Latin lyrics ….except for the Fa-la-las…those are the same!

If you find yourself free tomorrow evening, and in a seasonal mood – swing on by the big white church on college hill.  You won’t be disappointed!

Good luck to Sarah Robinowitz tomorrow morning

 

Til next time,

Mary

 

 

 

This weekend I am taking care of some little ones, puppies, and my sickie self.

Yes, sadly, I am still sick…..but I’ve made a new best friend – my local CVS pharmacist.  He has been wonderful, helpful, and didn’t mind that I walked in once wearing slippers! (L.L. Bean, not ruby)

 

I have a tiny obsession with CVS. I have often joked with my friends that if CVS sold clothing, I would most likely never shop anywhere else.  Granted, my clothing selection would be quite limited…but I would be one happy camper.

 

 

I believe my love for CVS dates back to my college days at URI.  The cashier there is a charming woman in her 60′s, who students have nicknamed Nonni.  If you haven’t had the opportunity to have your birthday cards, cough syrup, or candy bar cashed out by this amazing woman, do not fear!  You can live vicariously through the following article about “Nonni”

Nonni is so famous with the URI community that there is even a fan page for her!

She is a perfect example of a person who I would love to do a If the Shoe Fits story about for the Rhode Show.  She reminds me that every day, even days when I’m sick, can be excellent!

 

I hope you, too, are having an excellent ___!

Mary

 

I woke up on this frosty morning to some exceptional news!  Next Wednesday is going to be a very special day for me.  I’ll start off my morning by being interviewed by fellow URI alum, Amanda Leonardo, on Cat Country 98.1.  Next, I’ll head off to the station to co-host the Rhode Show (I can not wait!!).  Last, I’ll put on some warm gear and drive to the Bank of America City Center.

 

 

The top 5 Search for a Star contestants have been invited to do an ice skating routine with Mickey and Minnie Mouse!  I have actually never met the famous duo, and can’t wait to skate with them.

 

 

 

 

If you’re free on Wednesday from 11-noon, come on down to Kennedy Plaza and check us out!  I may not be the most graceful skater, but you’ll be sure to see a smile on my face

TGIF,

Mary